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What is now Peoples Bank was established in 1910 to meet the changing needs
of consumers. Banks at that time were primarily interested in making
consumer or commercial loans, not home loans. The Bank, originally
called The First Polish National Building & Loan Association, was the center
of church and social activities in East Chicago, Indiana.
Over several decades, name changes occurred with the most recent change
in 1989 to Peoples Bank. Peoples was the first savings and loan
association to receive a federal charter in East Chicago in the
aftermath of the Great Depression. As economic conditions improved, the
Bank's assets grew to $655,851 while employing eight full time workers. |
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Throughout its 96 year history, Peoples Bank has evolved
to offer the most modern advances in technology. Above, the East Chicago
Banking Center in 1953 and below, the current Munster Banking Center. |
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In the 1950s, the Bank took an active part in assisting service men to
purchase or build homes through G.I. loans. During this housing boom, a
decision was made to expand from a one-office operation. The Woodmar section
of Hammond provided a growing area of retail business along Indianapolis
Boulevard at the time and was therefore chosen as a second location. |
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During the 1960s, the growth of the local economy prompted management to
establish an additional Banking Center in Merrillville. The fourth location
was opened in 1976 in Dyer and the Munster office was completed in 1985.
Based on the success of these offices, a sixth Banking Center location was
opened in Schererville in 1990 and a second Merrillville location in 1996.
In the year 2000, Peoples Bank welcomed their eighth location in Hobart.
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In 2003, Peoples Bank introduced its new corporate headquarters. The
four-story Corporate Center building, located next to the Munster
Banking Center, created a two-acre Peoples Bank campus. The facility
houses the Bank’s Loan Center, Operations, Accounting, Information
Technology, and Audit and Risk Management areas, as well as the Bank’s
Administrative offices, |
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including Senior Management, Human Resources, Marketing, and Retail
Banking. The Wealth Management Group completed the corporate
campus when their office moved to the second floor of the Munster
Banking Center. |
Throughout its history, Peoples Bank has been an active participant in the
growth of the community while meeting the needs of its customers. The Bank
offers a full array of consumer and business products while maintaining a
strong tradition of high quality customer service.
Peoples Bank is
committed to providing you with an unparalleled banking experience that
enables you to achieve your financial goals.
Peoples
recognizes that everyone is a customer and that YOU, the customer, are
FIRST.
We further recognize that our continued success and longevity depend
upon our ability to carry out this mission.
We have created the culture, environment, and organizational
structure to identify and meet the financial goals of our customers.
By doing so we will also (1) further enhance the quality of our
customers’ total banking experience, (2) further develop a motivated and
knowledgeable workforce, (3) meet the expectations of our shareholders, and
(4) provide outstanding performance at all operational levels;
Customers
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We will develop,
market, and deliver banking products and services that meet the needs
of individuals, families, and small businesses at competitive prices. |
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We will create a
service experience that differentiates us from the competition. |
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We will be a
responsible leader as we actively participate in the diverse
communities we serve. |
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We will be proactive
in supporting the growth of our communities. |
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Employees
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primary resource for achieving the Bank’s mission is a team of
friendly, loyal, motivated, and well-trained employees. |
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employees fairly, equally, with dignity, as individuals and as an
important part of the Bank. |
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friendly and enjoyable work environment that encourages optimal
performance and opportunities for professional and personal
development. |
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Shareholders
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shareholder value by providing superior financial returns,
producing long-term earnings growth and expanding our market share. |
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prudent risk management to ensure safe and sound business
practices. |
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Operations and Technology
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We are committed to
the secure and reliable delivery of exceptional products and services
to our internal and external customers. |
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We will continue to
develop processes and procedures that ensure efficiency. |
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